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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · May 6

When building a new creative project, I approach music like this: aim high but be realistic. It's wicked expensive

What challenges do you face when choosing music for a project?

Read about my process with music here: rockfightfilms.substack.com/p/cue-the-mu...

#MusicInFilm #CreativeProcess

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Apr 29

Starting out in filmmaking can be tough, but mentorship has made a huge difference.
As Han Solo says, "Never tell me the odds!" That mindset keeps me motivated as I learn the craft and build my network.

Check out my blog on the importance of mentorship: rockfightfilms.substack.com/p/the-import...

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Apr 22

I’m in preproduction on new short SWEET NOTHINGS so I am thinking a lot about sound.

It’s the part that can make or break a story, so I’m asking: what if sound is where I start?

Thoughts?

Full post here: rockfightfilms.substack.com/p/in-quiet-m...

#Filmmaking #SoundDesign #RockFightFilms

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Apr 16

With my new short Sweet Nothings, I wanted a title that sparks curiosity (& didn’t make me cringe).

I’ve been playing w/ proof-of-concept key art & mood boards. Something that feels like the film before I shoot

rockfightfilms.substack.com/p/marketing-...

#SweetNothingsShort #IndieFilm #marketing

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Apr 8

Not a big-budget shoot. Not a massive crew. Just a trying to make something real.

I don’t need perfect actors—I need collaborators. Here’s how I’m approaching casting for my new short:

🎥 rockfightfilms.substack.com/p/casting-wi...

#indiefilm #lowbudgetfilmmaking #castingcalls #sweetnothingsfilm

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Apr 1

Filmmaking is all about collaboration. It takes creative problem-solving, versatility, and communications I’m putting together a team my next short, Sweet Nothings.

Read more on how I’m assembling my team:
rockfightfilms.substack.com/p/crewing-up

#IndieFilm #Crew #OnSet #Filmmaking

Crewing Up

(a.k.a. I Can’t Do This Alone)

rockfightfilms.substack.com

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 26

Had a blast @bosunderground.bsky.social Great films & people.

But then Imposter syndrome talked me out of the after-party. Total bullshit but sometimes, it still wins.

More on this creative struggle: rockfightfilms.substack.com/p/mpstr-sndrm

#Filmmaking #ImposterSyndrome #IndieFilm #selfdoubt

/ɪmˈpɒstər ˈsɪn.drəʊm/

or the bullshit of comparative anxiety

rockfightfilms.substack.com

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 18

📢 QUICK UPDATE 📢

My filmmaker blog is now on Substack! Every Tuesday, I’ll share my journey back into filmmaking on Fisticuffs & Filmmaking.

👉 rockfightfilms.substack.com

#IndieFilm #Filmmaking #BTS #FilmProduction #Screenwriting #Storytelling #CreativeProcess #NewBlog #Substack #FilmCommunity

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 12

DAY 20
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 11

Thank you

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 11

Casting isn’t just about selecting talent. It’s about finding actors who embody the characters. It’s auditions, callbacks, and syncing schedules, all working together to bring the story to life.

🔗 Read more: rockfightfilms.com/hidden-strug...

#Casting #Filmmaking #Storytelling #IndieFilm #Acting

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 11

Congratulations!

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shakedownfilms.bsky.social @shakedownfilms.bsky.social · Mar 11

Great news! Our short 11:53 was just selected by Myrtle Beach International Film Festival! #filmmaking #filmsky #filmfestival

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 11

DAY 19
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 9

DAY 18
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 9

I’m not a huge fan of Marvel stuff but Daredevil…

Daredevil is Awesome

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 8

Spent most of the afternoon working on day-gig stuff, but, was able to create a detailed to-do list of all the things I need to accomplish by August for my short new film.

So there 's that

In all seriousness, I'm excited about this #WorkInProgress

#MakingMovies #StayCreative #IndieFilm

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 8

DAY 17
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

Brazil Movie GIF

ALT: Brazil Movie GIF

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 7

DAY 16
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 6

Watching The Flash series with my son. I have to say—my reaction to Nora is giving me serious Walking Dead flashbacks. Its that same level of hopeful excitement, like when Carl was on screen, and I thought, maybe this will be the week he finally dies.

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 6

DAY 15
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 5

Yea! I found out no no permits or police detail required for my short film!

#FilmLocation #FilmPermit #EasyPeasy

a man in a red shirt is being tied up by a man in a hat .

ALT: a man in a red shirt is being tied up by a man in a hat .

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Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 5

DAY 14
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 5

DAY 13
I've chosen 20 films that have stayed with me or influenced me. I'll post one per day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews—just images or GIFs.

Feel free to play along!

#20days20films #filminfluences #MovieChallenge #moviebuffs #FavoriteFilms #iconicmovies #nocontextcinema #filmmaking

Rock Fight Films @rockfightfilms.bsky.social · Mar 4

They don’t get much credit, but if you’ve ever been on set, you know how much PAs matter.

🔗 rockfightfilms.com/crew-makes-t...

#PAs #Filmmaking #BehindTheScenes #CrewRoles #MovieSet #FilmProduction #IndependentFilm #FilmCrew